Giselle is Floricua’s political correspondent. She writes about the economy, environmental and social justice, and all things Latino. A published author, Giselle was born in Havana and grew up in New Jersey and Miami. She is passionate about equality, books, and cats.
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‘Worse Than Trump’: Rep. Maxwell Frost Speaks Out About Ron DeSantis in a One-on-One Interview
At the start of Florida’s Legislative session, Florida’s outspoken Generation Z representative talks about the governor’s abuse of power and why he will continue calling DeSantis “a fascist.”
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DeSantis and FL Republicans Propose Bill to Ban Abortions After Six Weeks of Pregnancy
Although Gov. Ron DeSantis did not refer to or comment on the proposed bill during his March 7 speech, he has previously signaled his support for the legislation and during a February briefing said he would readily sign it.
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A New Florida GOP Bill Could Make It Legal for Parents to Kidnap Their Trans Kids
The response from members and straight allies of the LGBTQ community has been one of alarm, with many calling it “fascist” and “state sponsored kidnapping.”
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Meet the Boricua Luchadoras Who Fight for Our Communities
To commemorate International Women’s Day this year, we celebrate three outstanding Floricua women who continue to inspire us all.
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DeSantis Uses Local Right-Wing Media to Make National News Ahead of Possible Presidential Run
As DeSantis ramps up his war on the press, certain local right-wing media outlets enjoy access to the governor’s administration that the rest of the media does not.
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DeSantis Flip-Flops on Sending Military Aid to Ukraine as He Prepares to Run for President
After Russia’s invasion in 2022, the governor claimed President Biden had not done enough to support Ukraine. Now he raises questions about whether it is in the US’ best interest to be involved in the conflict.
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DeSantis Appoints Campaign Donors and Loyalists to Disney Oversight Board
They include the co-founder of Moms for Liberty and major supporter of the “Don’t Say Gay” law, and a businessman who runs a ministry focused on “discipleship and outreach to men.”
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Florida Democrats Want to Lower HOA Fines and Penalties by 50%
Under state law, an HOA is allowed to charge fines of up to $1,000 per violation against a member of the residential community. These bills aim to cut that in half.
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‘Terrifying’ and ‘Draconian’: DeSantis Bill to Reform College Education Could Destroy It
It centralizes control of core curricula in the hands of political appointees, and bans spending on activities that promote diversity, equity and inclusion, among other restrictions.
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How Afro Latinos Changed the Music World
During Black History Month, what better way to celebrate Afro Latinos, than by honoring some of the artists that continue to carry the torch lit by the early queens and kings of Latin music?
